Tag: Senator Jerry Moran

Sen. Moran announced Kansas's application for the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program aimed at improving rural health care. With an expected $1 billion allocation over five years, educational webinars will guide stakeholders through the application process. Governor Kelly emphasizes collaboration with the University of Kansas Health System for successful implementation.

The Senate Appropriations Committee approved the FY2026 CJS Appropriations Act with a 19-10 vote. Senator Jerry Moran highlighted its focus on local law enforcement funding, economic growth, and critical programs like NASA's Artemis. Key allocations include $36.9 billion for the Department of Justice and $24.9 billion for NASA’s initiatives.

The U.S. Senate passed an amendment prohibiting PACT Act Critical Skill Incentive payments to senior VA executives, responding to a 2023 report on improper $10.8 million payments. Introduced by Senator Moran, this action aims to prevent misuse of funds intended for recruitment and retention, alongside two other bills to improve VA budget oversight.

Senator Maria Cantwell has introduced the bipartisan Trade Review Act of 2025 to reinforce Congress's role in U.S. trade policy and limit the president's unilateral tariff imposition. The bill requires presidential notification and congressional approval for tariffs, aiming to protect American consumers and businesses, especially against adverse impacts of unilateral tariffs.

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Angus King introduced the Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act to tackle the rural housing shortage. The legislation aims to enhance the Housing Preservation Grants program, allowing rural homeowners to build rental units and increasing funding. It includes grants up to $100,000 and requires educational programs for landlords.

U.S. Senators reintroduced the Access to Credit for our Rural Economy (ACRE) Act, aimed at providing affordable credit options for farmers and rural homeowners. The bill seeks to amend tax codes to lower interest rates on loans, benefiting over 4,000 rural communities and saving millions in annual interest costs, supporting agricultural growth and housing access.

U.S. Senators have reintroduced the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025, allowing year-round E15 sales. Supported by bipartisan senators and House representatives, the legislation aims to diversify energy markets, benefit farmers, and offer consumers more fuel choices while promoting environmental sustainability and economic growth in the Midwest.

U.S. Senators have reintroduced the STATUS Act to establish permanent federal tuition assistance for Air National Guard members, aligning their benefits with those of the Army National Guard. The bipartisan legislation aims to enhance recruitment and retention while ensuring educational opportunities for servicemembers, supported by the National Guard Association of the United States.

U.S. Senators reintroduced the bipartisan NET Act to enhance broadband supply chain transparency via the FCC, aiming to prevent delays in federal broadband programs. The act addresses previous supply chain disruptions affecting infrastructure projects, thus ensuring reliable internet access, particularly in rural areas, and supporting the goals of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and John Hoeven, along with several House Representatives, introduced legislation to transfer the Food for Peace Program from USAID to the USDA, aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. This program has been crucial in combating global hunger for 70 years while supporting American farmers.

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran, James Lankford, and Chris Coons, alongside 10 colleagues, introduced the Charitable Act to enhance the non-itemized deduction for charitable donations. Originally established in the CARES Act, this initiative aims to incentivize giving by allowing higher tax deductions for donations, benefiting charities and communities across America.

U.S. Senators have reintroduced the Farm to Fly Act to enhance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production through USDA programs. This bipartisan initiative aims to clarify SAF definitions, foster public-private collaboration, and create new markets for agricultural products, ensuring economic growth while supporting rural communities and reducing carbon emissions in the aviation industry.